Toshiba Improves LiDAR Software to Track 99.9% of Objects
Toshiba has improved the software for its high-performance LiDAR sensor and developed technology that can track objects such as vehicles and people with 99.9% accuracy.
Car Production in September 2023 totaled 150,657 units
The September production reached at 164,093 units, decreased 8.45% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,385,971 units, rising 1.61%%.
Innovative Fish Fry Sorting System with Robotic Technology
The shortage of human resources is becoming increasingly severe, and the fishing industry is no exception. Robotic Technology enhances efficiency at aquaculture sites, contributin…
Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers
Neta Auto kick-starts "overseas factory" construction after four-month preparations, globalization milestone for Chinese carmakers.
Smartphone Market Maturation, New Strategy Urgently Needed for Survival
The anticipated global decline in smartphone shipments for 2023, expected to be the lowest in a decade, signals a significant shift towards a saturation point. This development und…
Canon Develops Less Flammable yet Strong PET Recycled Plastic Comparable to Polycarbonate
Canon unveils a breakthrough in sustainability. Their new recycled PET plastic combines flame retardancy with strength, rivalling polycarbonate. Imagine eco-friendly exteriors for …
OKAMOTO Leads the Way with 'Automatic Grinding Machines' at METALEX 2023
Cutting-edge automatic grinding solutions from Okamoto make their debut at METALEX 2023, driving the transition towards an innovation-rich manufacturing era.
Car Production in October 2023 totaled 158,734 units
The October production reached at 158,734 units, decreased 7.02% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,544,705 units, rising 0.65%.
Automotive Industry Rebounds in 2023: Car Production and Sales Surge Amid Semiconductor Relief
2023 Auto Industry Recap: Global car production and sales bounce back as the semiconductor shortage eases. China drives EV shift, US faces challenges with rising labor costs. Read …
Gühring Thailand Unveils Cutting-Edge Technologies at METALEX 2023
Gühring Thailand, a precision cutting tool industry leader, showcased its latest advancements; New Grooving Systems, G-Mold, and SuperLine at METALEX 2023
Commercial Vehicles Face Challenges in Southeast Asia Amid Market Deterioration and Decarbonization Trends
Challenges in Commercial Vehicles Industry persist! Isuzu adapts, Hino faces losses. 2024 merger with Mitsubishi Fuso sparks intrigue. Navigating global trends and decarbonization.…
Car Production in November 2023 totaled 163,337 units
The November production reached at 163,337 units, decreased 14.10% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,708,042 units, rising 0.65%.
Toyo Glass Showcases Thick Labels, Elevating the Touch and Elegance of Beverage Bottles
Toyo Glass introduced “Atsumori Tack Labels”, with a rich, sculptural texture, these labels offer a touch of luxury. Perfect for alcoholic beverages, they're cost-effective and del…
The Awakening of the Cellulose Nanofiber Market: Boosting Decarbonization with a Plant-Based, Light, and Strong Material
Cellulose nanofiber (CNF) is a plant-based material as strong as iron but lighter. It is expected to reduce the consumption of fossil resources and expand the recycling of plastics…
Isuzu Announces 3.2 Billion Baht Investment in Thai Production Base for EV Pickups
Isuzu announces a 32 billion baht investment to produce electric pickup trucks in Thailand over the next 5 years, with plans for export to Norway.
GWM Makes History as the First Chinese OEM to Mass-Produce EV Overseas
GWM achieves a groundbreaking milestone as the GWM Ora 03, also known as the GWM Ora Good Cat, rolls off the production line at the GWM Rayong factory in Thailand.
NETA Auto Strategic Partner Conference 2024 : Successful Global Collaboration for Future Development
NETA Auto Strategic Partner Conference 2024 : Successful Global Collaboration for Future Development
Gartner Says Worldwide PC Shipments Increased 0.3% in Fourth Quarter of 2023 but Declined 14.8% for the Year
Gartner Says Worldwide PC shipments totaled 63.3 million units in the fourth quarter of 2023, a 0.3% increase from the fourth quarter of 2022 but Declined 14.8% for the Year
Japan's Semiconductor Equipment Sales Set to Soar, Surpassing 4 Trillion Yen in FY2024
Sales of Japan's semiconductor manufacturing equipment in fiscal year 2024 are projected to reach 4.035 trillion yen. This reflects a substantial 27% increase from fiscal year 2023…
Car Production in December 2023 totaled 133,621 units
The December production reached at 133,621 units, decreased 15.75% (YoY). The production number of this year totaled 1,841,663 units, drop 2.22%.
Thailand Aims to Produce 1.9 Million Cars in 2024
In 2024, Thailand targets an impressive 1.9 million cars, a 3.17% rise from 2023. This includes 1,150,000 cars for export (65% of total) and 750,000 for domestic sales (35%). The f…
Gartner Predicts Worldwide Shipments of AI PCs and GenAI Smartphones to Total 295 Million Units in 2024
Worldwide shipments of AI PCs and generative AI (GenAI) smartphones are set to hit 295 million units in 2024, up from 29 million in 2023. Gartner predicts 240 million GenAI smartph…
Car Production in January 2024 totaled 142,102 units
The January production reached at 142,102 units, decreased 12.46% (YoY). Produced for domestic use decreased 33.62% (YoY) and produced for export decreased 50.89% (YoY).
Japan’s Manufacturing Scene Is Fluctuating – Quality Is A Management Problem
Japan’s manufacturing scene is in flux, with quality becoming a "management problem." "Industrial morality" is deemed essential for top management. Recent quality fraud issues at J…
Japanese Tyre Manufacturers Boost Investment, Ramp Up Premium Tyres to Meet Rising Demand
Four tyre companies' capital investment increased by 7%, expanding high-value-added products responding to increased demand through structural reforms and accelerating development …
Car Production in February 2024 totaled 133,690 units
In February 2024, Thailand produced a total of 133,690 vehicles, a decrease of 19.28% from the same period last year. This was due to a decrease in both exports and domestic sales,…
Thailand BOI Issues Incentives to attract World-Class Events; Expands PCB Manufacturing Incentives to Cover the Entire Supply Chain
Mr. Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the BOI, also approved a revision of the types of businesses qualified to receive incentives granted to manufact…
Thailand BOI Issues Incentives to attract World-Class Events; Expands PCB Manufacturing Incentives to Cover the Entire Supply Chain
Mr. Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the BOI, also approved a revision of the types of businesses qualified to receive incentives granted to manufact…
Isuzu Protects Its “Stronghold” in Thailand
Isuzu arms itself to defend its market leadership in pickup trucks (LCVs) in Thailand, holding the top market share of 30-40% and known as “the people's cars.”
Car Production in March 2024 totaled 138,331 units
In March 2024, Thailand produced 138,331 cars, down 23.08% from March 2023. This drop was due to reduced domestic production and sales, particularly in pickup trucks and passenger …
Automakers Accelerate Development of Solid-State Battery, Eyeing Competitive Edge in EV Market.
Accelerating All-Solid-State Battery Development to Improve EV Competitiveness with Long-Range Cruising and Low Cost.
DigiKey Officially Registers as an Importer of Record in Japan, Offering Japanese Customers a Localized Experience
DigiKey officially registers as an Importer of Record (IOR) in Japan, enabling Japanese customers to eliminate the need for customs clearance and payment of duties and consumption …
Car Production in April dropped by 11.02% to 104,667 units.
In April 2024, Thailand's total vehicle production amounted to 104,667 units, a decrease of 11.02% due to a decline in the production of passenger cars and pickup trucks for domest…
Toyota Posts Record Profits as Hybrid Car Sales Surge in North America, Japan, and China
Toyota achieved record profits in fiscal year 2023 due to stable new car sales, particularly hybrid vehicles, in North America, Europe, and Japan. Continuous product improvements a…
Toyota Develops New Efficient 1500cc and 2000cc Engines for Electrification
Toyota achieved record profits in fiscal year 2023 due to stable new car sales, particularly hybrid vehicles, in North America, Europe, and Japan. Continuous product improvements a…
Car Painting Revolution: CO2 Emissions Slashed
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd. announced a revolutionary “paint transfer sheet” that significantly reduces carbon dioxide emissions in the automobile painting process.
Sharp Exits LCD Business, Halts Production of Large TVs
Sharp scales back its device business significantly, discontinuing large TV manufacturing, suspending operations at the Sakai plant and cutting staff.
DigiKey Receives ISO 27001 Certification, Adding to Robust Information Security Program
DigiKey receives ISO 27001 certification, strengthening its commitment and ability to manage information securely and safely for customers, suppliers and partners.
Thailand Car Production Drops 16.19% in May Amidst Economic Slowdown and EV Readiness Concerns
Thailand's vehicle production in May 2024 reached 126,161 units, a 16.19% decline from last year. The decrease is attributed to subdued domestic sales, sluggish economic growth, an…
DigiKey Awarded Top Recognitions from Suppliers at the 2024 EDS Leadership Summit
DigiKey received 18 honors from suppliers at the 2024 EDS Leadership Summit, The company was recognized for its sales results, partnership, collaboration and more during the past y…
Electronic Components Boom! 7 Companies See Profit Growth as Electric Vehicles Drive Demand
Full-year forecasts for eight electronic component companies: seven increase in profits for the current period; automotive applications remain strong.
Gartner Forecasts Worldwide AI Chips Revenue to Grow 33% in 2024
Revenue from AI semiconductors globally is expected to total $71 billion in 2024, an increase of 33% from 2023, according to the latest forecast from Gartner, Inc.
DigiKey Awarded Global High Service Distributor of the Year for 2023 by Littelfuse
Littelfuse awarded DigiKey the Global High Service Distributor of the Year for 2023 for its customer count and revenue performance.
DigiKey Announces Global Partnership with Memory Products Leader Kingston Technology
DigiKey has partnered with Kingston Technology to distribute its memory and storage solutions globally.
Thailand Car Production Drops 16.19% in June 2024 Due to Decrease in Domestic Sales Production
Thailand's vehicle production in June 2024 totaled 116,289 units, marking a 20.11% decline from the previous year and a 7.82% drop from May. The main factor was a significant reduc…
DigiKey Expands Supplier Portfolio and Introduces More Than 340,000 Innovative New Products in the First Half of 2024
DigiKey introduces over 150 new suppliers and more than 340,000 innovative new products across its core business in the first two quarters of 2024.
Car Certification Fraud Exposes Industry Systemic Issues
Fraud in automobile-type approvals applications is sending ripples through the industry. The incident, which began at Daihatsu Motor has spread to five domestic passenger car manuf…
Suzuki to Develop New Vehicle with 100kg Less Weight, to Be Launched in Early 2030s
Toyota Freezes Parts Prices to Ease Supplier Burden
Toyota has decided to keep prices unchanged for parts procurement in the second half of the 2024 fiscal year, including for large-scale suppliers, to alleviate the burden of risin…
DigiKey and Schneider Electric to Host Webinar on Wireless Pushbutton Technology in Manufacturing
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minnesota, USA - DigiKey, a leading global commerce distributor offering the largest selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immed…